Definition of metaphrases Metaphrases
We found 2 definitions of metaphrases from 1 different sources.
Advertising
What does metaphrases mean?
Wiktionary 
- metaphrases (Noun)
Plural of metaphrase.
Wiktionary
- metaphrase (Noun)
A literal, word-for-word translation. - metaphrase (Noun)
An answering phrase; repartee. - metaphrase (Verb)
To make such a literal translation.
Webster DictionaryWebster's Unabridged Dictionary 📘
- metaphrase (n.)
A verbal translation; a version or translation from one language into another, word for word; -- opposed to paraphrase. - metaphrase (n.)
An answering phrase; repartee.
